With daily headlines trumpeting economic growth and exciting new developments, the future looks brighter than ever for Little Rock. The vibrant metropolitan area of 500,000 people boasts historic landmarks, an energetic downtown entertainment district, restaurants, nightspots and specialty shopping, making Little Rock perfect for business meetings and family getaways.
Little Rock, the geographical center of the state, is the hub of business, arts, government and healthcare in Arkansas. The William J. Clinton Presidential Center and Park is the perfect addition to what was already a diverse offering of museums, unique shops, and other neighborhood attractions.
Home to major corporations such as Dillard's, ALLTEL and Acxiom, as well as companies in the robotics, software engineering, call center, transportation, wood products, aerospace, and electric industries, Little Rock's accessible highways, railways, waterways and air transport make it an excellent distribution center.
Little Rock is the capital of The Natural State and therefore state government is a major employer in the city. Located near the state capitol building, Arkansas Children's Hospital is one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the nation, and the University of Arkansas for Medical Science campus is nationally known for its cancer research and geriatric care.
Outdoor enthusiasts love Little Rock's public parks, zoo, public and private golf courses, as well as numerous hiking and biking trails. Sports include professional basketball, football, NCAA Sun Belt Conference competition, and you can go "out to the ball game" at Ray Winder Field, home to the Arkansas Travelers AA baseball team.
History buffs can check out the Central High School National Park Site, the Old State House Museum, the Historic Arkansas Museum, the Arkansas Arts Center, as well as many other museums and historical landmarks. The city's arts community is vital and growing as evidenced by the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, the Arkansas Repertory Theatre, Ballet Arkansas and the Arkansas Arts Center, each of which boast several national and international entertainers in their shows.
Little Rock's official welcome center is the Little Rock Visitor Information Center at Historic Curran Hall located at 615 East Capitol. Curran Hall is a beautifully restored historic home featuring gardens with plants and trees true to the 1840's antebellum time period. In addition to providing visitors directions, brochures, maps, and other helpful information, the Center is also a 'must see' attraction and holiday event destination.
The Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau invites you visit their website at www.littlerock.com for more information about the Little Rock. You will quickly discover why Little Rock has been dubbed America's Newest Destination.
The Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau welcomes the 2007 NATJA Conference & Marketplace to Little Rock!!!
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